# Avian influenza outbreak in Puerto Rico > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/avian-influenza-outbreak-in-puerto-rico > Updated: 2026-10-13T15:32:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. The Puerto Rico Department of Agriculture began investigating suspected highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) following multiple bird deaths in the municipalities of Cabo Rojo and Lajas. Initial reports indicated approximately 20 ducks died in Cabo Rojo and about 30 Guinea fowl, among other species, died in Lajas. Following laboratory confirmation of HPAI, authorities implemented 120-day quarantines on the affected properties. To prevent further spread, officials activated strict biosecurity, epidemiological surveillance, and sanitary control measures, including restrictions on bird movement and the disinfection of personnel, equipment, and vehicles. While officials stated the risk to the general population is low, they warned that individuals in direct contact with infected birds or contaminated environments face higher exposure. Local farmers in the southwest region have been advised to increase vigilance and biosecurity protocols. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-13: Avian influenza detected in Cabo Rojo and Lajas Highly pathogenic avian influenza has been detected in Cabo Rojo and Lajas, prompting 120-day quarantines and strict biosecurity measures to prevent further spread in Puerto Rico. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/avian-influenza-detected-in-cabo-rojo-and-lajas ### 2026-10-09: Puerto Rico investigates suspected avian influenza in Cabo Rojo and Lajas Puerto Rico authorities are investigating suspected avian influenza following bird deaths in Cabo Rojo and Lajas, implementing a 120-day quarantine in one affected area while awaiting lab results. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/puerto-rico-investigates-suspected-avian-influenza-in-cabo-rojo-and-lajas --- Cite as: Avian influenza outbreak in Puerto Rico. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/avian-influenza-outbreak-in-puerto-rico